NASCAR team owner Rick Hendrick secures the first 2025 Corvette ZR1 for $3.7M, with proceeds benefiting the American Red Cross.
Rick Hendrick, the legendary NASCAR team owner and car dealership mogul, has once again made headlines by adding another first-of-its-kind Corvette to his extensive collection. At a recent charity auction, Hendrick paid a staggering $3.7 million for the first production 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, setting a new benchmark for Chevrolet’s high-performance sports car.
The winning bid wasn’t just about owning the latest and most powerful Corvette ever built—it was for a cause. All proceeds from the auction will go to the American Red Cross, supporting disaster relief efforts for victims of wildfires and hurricanes across the U.S.
The Ultimate Corvette: 2025 ZR1
The 2025 Corvette ZR1 takes the iconic American supercar into hypercar territory, boasting record-breaking performance that challenges even the likes of the Lamborghini Revuelto and Ferrari SF90 Stradale. Although Chevrolet has yet to release full specifications, the ZR1 is expected to feature an enhanced twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter V8, pushing output well beyond the 670-hp Z06 variant.
The auctioned VIN 001 Corvette ZR1 comes finished in a striking gloss black exterior with blue racing stripes and blue wheels, making it an instant collector’s piece.
Hendrick’s Passion for Corvette Firsts
This isn’t the first time Hendrick has made history at a Barrett-Jackson auction. He has previously secured several first-off-the-line Corvettes, including the first C8 Stingray, C8 Z06, and E-Ray. His commitment to these exclusive VIN 001 models has not only cemented his place as a top Corvette collector but has also helped raise millions for charitable causes.
With a base price of $175,000, the 2025 ZR1 is already an extraordinary performance bargain, but Hendrick’s record-breaking bid underscores just how special this next-generation supercar is. Whether on the road or in his collection, this one-of-one ZR1 will undoubtedly be a crown jewel in the world of American performance cars.
